The Siler City Block Party, on Saturday, June 5th, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. will take place around 223 N. Chatham Avenue, in downtown Siler City. It's a chance to enjoy live music, art, an animal adoption event and more. There will be a sidewalk art contest, with prizes and free hot dogs for the artists. Shop at a pop-up market, and live music by Ben Lassiter. Here are the … [Read more...] about Siler City Block Party, with live music, a market, a sidewalk art contest and more
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Violin Vigil with United Strings of Color at Dix Park
United Strings of Color is an outreach project that addresses racial disparity in classical music. During its three seasons, the group has studied pieces by under-represented composers, such as the African Americans Florence Price and Undine Smith Moore, played music with African connections, including the premier of a Yoruba folk tale, "Ijapa and Mr. Igbin," and are currently lending their … [Read more...] about Violin Vigil with United Strings of Color at Dix Park
Free virtual screening and discussion with PBS North Carolina: Prideland
Celebrating Pride Month, PBS North Carolina invites you to a special screening of Prideland. The screening takes place on Tuesday, June 1st, 2021, at 7 p.m. This is a free event. Register here for the event and you'll be sent the information about how to view the event. The screening will be followed by a conversation moderated by PBS North Carolina's CEO Lindsay Bierman, featuring … [Read more...] about Free virtual screening and discussion with PBS North Carolina: Prideland
Dine Out Downtown: Streets will close to traffic in Raleigh for dining and live music
Dine Out Downtown is starting in Raleigh as the beautiful spring weather shows up, hopefully to stay for a while this time. On Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., in April through June, the streets in certain areas of Downtown Raleigh will be closed to traffic. Tables will be out on the street to allow more room for outside dining, and there will be live music nearby. You're encouraged to call … [Read more...] about Dine Out Downtown: Streets will close to traffic in Raleigh for dining and live music
Historical program with Chatham Historical Museum: Meet Rednap Howell, poet of the War of Regulation
The Chatham Historical Museum is presenting a program, Meet Rednap Howell -- Poet of the War of Regulation, on Sunday, May 23rd, 2021, at 2 p.m., at the Historic Chatham Courthouse, 9 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro. This is a free program. The public is invited. Rednap Howell was one of the key leaders of the War of Regulation in North Carolina from 1765 to 1771. A musician as well as school … [Read more...] about Historical program with Chatham Historical Museum: Meet Rednap Howell, poet of the War of Regulation
Rummage Sale with Seed Art Share, with free performances and drop-in classes
Seed Art Share and Pure Life Theatre are hosting a big rummage sale as a fundraiser for their upcoming camps, classes and shows. The sale will take place on Saturday, May 22nd, 2021, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Pure Life Theatre, 3801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, which is the Historic Royal Bakery building, across from Meredith College. You can expect reasonable prices on children's clothes, … [Read more...] about Rummage Sale with Seed Art Share, with free performances and drop-in classes
The Artisan Market at 305 celebrates its 4th anniversary with free artist demos, classes and more
The Artisan Market at 305, located at 305 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, is a collective of more than 50 local artists who work in a wide range of media, including jewelry, pottery, fiber art, glass, photography, paintings and much more. It's a great place to shop for unique local gifts, and many of the artists also offer custom work. The Artisan Market at 305 is celebrating its 4th … [Read more...] about The Artisan Market at 305 celebrates its 4th anniversary with free artist demos, classes and more
Springtime Stroll & Roll Arts Event in Downtown Raleigh
Springtime Stroll & Roll is a chance to explore Downtown Raleigh by foot or bike, experience art activities, and raise money for ArtSpace. The event takes place Friday, May 21st, and Saturday, May 22nd, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, May 23rd, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. It's free to register. After you register you'll receive an email containing your unique fundraising link, as … [Read more...] about Springtime Stroll & Roll Arts Event in Downtown Raleigh
CANCELED: Pop-up roller skating this weekend in Raleigh Convention Center
UPDATE: This event has been canceled. If you purchased tickets please contact the organizer. The Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, is transforming into the largest indoor pop-up roller skating rink Raleigh has ever seen. From May 21st to 23rd, 2021, Mako Medical Sk8te Raleigh invites guests to roll around the rink under a disco ball, while DJ Uniq set the mood for … [Read more...] about CANCELED: Pop-up roller skating this weekend in Raleigh Convention Center
Free pop-up concert in Durham Central Park: Mallarmé Chamber Players with The Hideaway String Trio
Mallarmé Chamber Players is presenting a FREE pop-up concert at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Friday, May 21st, 2021, at 7:30 p.m. This casual concert will feature the Hideaway String Trio, with violinist Jennifer Curtis, cellist Stephanie Vial and violist Suzanne Rousso. Enjoy chamber music composed by: BeethovenJ.S. BachHaydnHailstorkMarc O'ConnorMore Bring your … [Read more...] about Free pop-up concert in Durham Central Park: Mallarmé Chamber Players with The Hideaway String Trio
